Just by hearing the voice, Wei Rumeng could tell who it was.
She pulled Mu Linjing's hand and turned around, "Linjing, why didn't you tell me you were coming back? I could have picked you up."
Mu Linjing's hand was still holding the suitcase; she had obviously come straight here from the airport.
Mu Linjing waved her hand, "Wasn't I trying to give you a surprise?"
This was indeed a surprise. Wei Rumeng had thought she hadn't adjusted well yet, so she never expected her to return secretly.
The two, who hadn't seen each other for a long time, were very affectionate. Although they chatted every day, they still had a lot to say when they met. Wei Rumeng took her to the lounge and first hugged and kissed the two children.
"Rumeng, I haven't been back for more than half a month, and these two little guys have gotten heavier. I can barely hold them."
Upon hearing this, Wei Rumeng couldn't help but laugh, "Tell me about it. I think when they can walk on their own and I don't have to carry them anymore, I can sign up for a weightlifting competition."
The two women joked with each other. Wei Rumeng could feel that her state had improved a lot, so she dared to bring up the matter between her and Zhan Yichen.
"Does Yichen know you're back?"
Hearing Zhan Yichen's name, Mu Linjing paused, then waved her hand as if unconcerned, "You don't know, how could he?"
It was true; seeing that there was no longer any sadness on her face, Wei Rumeng asked further, "Then how do you plan to handle your relationship with Yichen? You've seen the news, right?"
This question made Mu Linjing fall silent for a long time. Just as she was about to change the subject, Mu Linjing replied, "I saw the news. As for how to handle our relationship, I don't know either." wΑp.kanshu伍.net
The moment she knew Zhan Yichen had been framed, she felt a lot better.
She could also guess what had happened, but once such problems started, it would be difficult to stop them. If the price of them being together was to constantly deal with such disgusting situations, then their companionship would be too arduous.
But she remembered that she had confidently promised Zhan Yichen that she would face all future problems with him.
Because they both knew very well that Wen Yulan was definitely the biggest stumbling block between them.
But the reality proved that when she encountered the first difficulty, she instinctively began to retreat. Thinking of the long road ahead and every day being like this, she felt truly exhausted.
She was hesitating between the choices of advancing and retreating, so she couldn't give Wei Rumeng any reply.
Seeing her like this, Wei Rumeng didn't know what to say. Anything she said would seem like forcing her to make a choice. Wei Rumeng really didn't want her to be so distressed.
At this time, Zhan Yichen knew she was back. After being dismissed by Wei Rumeng with an excuse, he had been drinking alone.
When Zhan Mohan found him, he had just finished a drink. Seeing his sad expression, he knew he must be thinking of Mu Linjing again.
He saw Zhan Mohan sitting next to him, said nothing, and poured another glass of wine for Zhan Mohan, "Brother, have a drink with me?"
Zhan Mohan didn't accept, "I don't drink. I'm afraid it will affect the children."
He gave a bitter smile at this. When Wei Rumeng gave birth, he had also fantasized about having children with Mu Linjing and being a qualified husband and father.
But now, none of these wishes could be realized. He didn't even know if he still had a chance to be with Mu Linjing.
Thinking of this, he poured himself another full glass. Just as he was about to drink it down, Zhan Mohan stopped him.
"Mu Linjing and Rumeng are in the lounge. If you want, you can go and see her."
Hearing the news of Mu Linjing's return, he stood up abruptly, "Linjing is back?"
Seeing Zhan Mohan nod again, he bolted towards the lounge, not forgetting to tidy his appearance along the way, so as not to look too disheveled and displease Mu Linjing.
In the lounge, the two women were talking. When they heard a knock, Mu Linjing didn't think much of it and went to open the door. When she saw Zhan Yichen outside, she also froze.
She wasn't ready to see Zhan Yichen, so they stared at each other without saying a word.
It was Zhan Yichen who reacted first, "Linjing, I want to talk to you."
Someone had to make the first move. Wei Rumeng also felt that they should have a good talk. Mu Linjing was indecisive now and was in need of Zhan Yichen's attitude to make a decision.
So she picked up the children and left them some space, "Linjing, you two talk. Just follow your heart."
As Wei Rumeng left, Zhan Yichen, afraid of being shut out, quickly entered and closed the door, "Linjing, things are not what you think. I have found evidence, and I can explain it to you."
Mu Linjing pursed her lips and interrupted his eager explanation, "I've seen the news, and I know it wasn't intentional. I just don't know how to face these successive difficulties. You've seen it too, your mother won't stop just because you're firm."
On the contrary, the more Zhan Yichen made it clear he wanted to be with her, the more Wen Yulan would obstruct. These big and small difficulties had indeed worn away her confidence to almost nothing.
Hearing this, Zhan Yichen didn't know whether to be happy or sad for a moment. He was glad that Mu Linjing was understanding and knew that the matter was not his intention from beginning to end.
However, Mu Linjing's words also clearly conveyed exhaustion and the difficulty of being caught between a rock and a hard place.
He didn't blame Mu Linjing for not keeping her promise. After all, being together was meant to be happy. It was difficult for anyone to remain firm and persistent when things went against their wishes.
If being together made both parties unhappy and very tired, then they really had to consider the meaning of being together.
"I'm sorry, Linjing. I didn't protect you well."
He didn't know what else to say, only an apology. It was his mother who held the opposing view, and it was his mother who made this relationship so difficult. He should indeed feel sorry.
Mu Linjing just shook her head. It was impossible to guard against someone plotting against you.
From beginning to end, only one person should apologize, and that was Wen Yulan, not Zhan Yichen.
After much thought, she still couldn't make a decision.
"Let's calm down for a while. You investigate thoroughly, and I'll think carefully."
Being with Zhan Yichen was perhaps a decision made hastily after they had escaped death. She felt she needed to think clearly before giving an answer, which was also a form of respect for each other.
Zhan Yichen could only agree. He respected Mu Linjing's every choice.